My mama was and is a beautiful shining star. This mother’s day I want to once again share her wisdom with you, my children and loved ones. I feel a great joy in sensing that she is aware of her beautiful grandchildren and now little great grandchildren. These words have been directed just as truly to you as to each of us. The best I can give you is written here.
“My darling children,
If anything should happen to me there are a few things I should like to suggest you think about.
First, you can never know how very greatly God has favored me in giving me not one but five of the most lovely and talented children I have ever seen. I feel very humble and yet very honored that He should consider me the one worthy of being your Mother. Always honor Him and know that the answer to every problem you may have is to be found in the Bible if you read it wanting to accept His word for what you should do rather than your own.
Try to make all your decisions on information you can assemble and then of your own free will decide the best course of action. Dream and spend some time alone – reassembling your thoughts, verify your ideals, and establish the best method of achieving what you want of life.
I have great confidence in all of you. You must love others but be self sufficient and able to carry on alone, should the need arise. Remember – God says, “Lo, I am with you always” You must be able to adjust to any and all situations.
Have compassion for all who are less strong than you – give them some of your strength. Use your talents fully.
Believe that everything works for good if you believe in God. Don’t dwell on sentimentality or reminiscing – it isn’t healthy. Be realistic – if you find it difficult – look to helping little children and you will soon forget anything but the present.
Let the search for beauty and excellence be your goal – in whatever field you putsue. See beauty in nature, in people- don’t let anger or hate corrupt you or make you ugly.
Fear nothing – yet use judgement. Live fully in order to be understanding of others and thereby enjoy their company and help them with their problems.
Try to exercise every day in the sun – a healthy body is most important to success.
Do not be tempted by others to smoke, drink or participate in other vices. Popularity with such persons or groups is only fleeting and cannot injure anyone but yourself.
You have been very ‘spcially endowed, but know that there is an obligation attached to the awarding of your talents. You must use them for good purpose. I am very proud of all of your present accomplishments.
I ask only that God take care of you and that you will know He is ever near and that I, your Mother, love you all as much as is humanly possible.
Love each other, help each other – and remember I would kiss each of you goodnight if I were with you tonight.
Your Mama”
Secrets from Granny 